rules, regulations and syllabi for two-year m.tech. …

RULES, REGULATIONS AND SYLLABI FOR

TWO-YEAR M.Tech. DEGREE PROGRAMME IN

STRUCTURAL & CONSTRUCTION

ENGINEERING

(Approved by Board of Studies, Civil Engineering, Kakatiya University)

With effect from the academic year 2013-2014.

DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING

KAKATIYA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE

WARANGAL – 506 015. (Sponsored by Ekashila Education Society)

KAKATIYA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE, WARANGAL – 15

APPROVED BY BOARD OF STUDIES, CIVIL ENGINEERING,

KAKATIYA UNIVERSITY

KAKATIYA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY & SCIENCE :: WARANGAL-15

APPROVED BY BOARD OF STUDIES, CIVIL ENGINEERING, KAKATIYA UNIVERISTY

KAKATIYA UNIVERSITY, WARANGAL.

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS FOR TWO-YEAR M.TECH. DEGREE

PROGRAMMES

1.0 MINIMUM QUALIFICATION FOR ADMISSION

Candidates seeking admission to 1st year of Four semester M.E Degree program shall have

passed B.E./B.Tech./AMIE or any other equivalent exam in Civil Engineering with at least

50% aggregate marks recognized by the Kakatiya University.

2.0 CONFERMENT OF THE DEGREE

The degree of Master of Engineering in a specified Branch of Engineering will be

conferred on a candidate who has fulfilled the following conditions.

2.1 The candidate, after admission to the first year of the four semester M.E degree program,

has to pursue a regular course of study for two academic years and

2.2 The candidate must have satisfied the academic requirements of the specified field of

specialization in each semester/ year hereinafter prescribed.

3.0 THE PROGRAMMES OF STUDY

The programs of study prescribed for the degree of Master of Engineering shall provide

for specialization in the following branch.

3.1 Structural & Construction Engineering

4.0 REGULAR PROGRAMME OF STUDY

A candidate will be deemed to have pursued a regular program of study as a full time

student provided he/she satisfied the following condition:

4.1 The candidate must not have enrolled as a student in any other degree or diploma program

recognized by the Government or Kakatiya University.

5.0 ATTENDANCE REQUIREMENTS

5.1 Attendance requirements of a semester shall be deemed to have been satisfied provided:

5.1.1 The candidate puts in a minimum attendance of 75 per cent in each course of instruction

prescribed for the semester.

NOTE: The attendance in case of practicals shall be counted on the basis of the contact hours

provided in the scheme of instruction and not on the sessions of engagement. The

attendance at the mid-session tests and University examinations shall not be considered

in the computation of the percentage of attendance.

5.2 A candidate, who failed to satisfy the above requirements of attendance shall be detained

and will not be permitted to appear at the University examinations of that course. A

maximum of 10% of attendance can be condoned, on medical grounds, by the Principal

with a prior intimation for all the courses of that semester.

5.3 The candidate, who has been detained for failure to satisfy the requirements of attendance,

shall be required to re-register and repeat those courses of the semester when they are next

offered.

6.0 DURATION OF A SEMESTER

6.1 Each semester of the M.E. degree Programme shall consist of 72 days of instruction,

excluding the period of mid-session tests and the University examinations.

7.0 REGISTRATION

7.1 All the students are required to get themselves registered for the course work by paying

the prescribed tuition fee before the start of course work of each semester failing which

they shall not be allowed to attend the course work prescribed for that semester.

7.2 Candidates detained due to shortage of attendance are to register within 7 days of

commencement of class work of the next academic session by paying the tuition fee

before the commencement of semester failing which they shall not be allowed to attend

the course work prescribed for that semester

7.3 Registration shall be the sole responsibility of the student.

8.0 EVALUATION

8.1 The performance of the student in every semester thereafter shall be evaluated course-wise

as detailed in the scheme of instruction and evaluation.

8.2 The pattern of allocation of marks for University Examinations and sessional work shall

be the following.

8.2.1 Theory courses:

University Examinations 100

Internal Examination

Mid Examinations 25

Continuous evaluation of tutorials & assignments 25

8.2.2 Laboratory/Design/Seminar/Comprehensive Viva

Lab Design Seminar Comprehensive

Viva

University Examinations 50 -- -- 100

Internal Examinations 50 100 100 --

(by Continuous Evaluation)

8.3 Internal evaluation of theory courses in each of the semesters shall be based on two mid-

session tests of two hours duration. Best of the two tests shall be considered for the award

of Internal marks.

8.4 Internal evaluation for other than theory courses shall, in addition to day-to-day work, be

based on Viva-voce/Quiz tests/Report/Continuous evaluation.

8.5 Evaluation of the Dissertation work for final submission shall be made jointly by a

departmental Research Review Committee and the supervisor on the basis of a minimum

of two presentations/semester and assessment of the contribution made by the individual

student. Departmental Research Review Committee will be constituted by Head of the

Department.

9.0 MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR PASSING A COURSE:

9.1 A candidate is deemed to have passed in a course if he/she secures:

40 percent of the marks assigned to the University examination of the course, and

9.2 40 percent of the marks assigned to the sessionals and University Examination of the

course taken together.

10.0 EXAMINATIONS

10.1 Examinations for each semester will be conducted once in an academic year.

10.2 A candidate who failed in a course (theory or practical) can appear at a subsequent

University examination in the same course as a supplementary candidate to fulfil the

minimum requirements for securing a pass in that course. However, the sessional marks

secured by the candidate in that course during the semester of study shall remain

unaltered.

11.0 ELIGIBILITY FOR AWARD OF DEGREE

11.1 A candidate shall be deemed to have satisfied the requirements for the award of the M.E

degree provided he/she passes in all the courses including dissertation prescribed in the

scheme of instruction within a period of four consecutive years from the year of admission

to the Programme.

11.2 A candidate who fails to fulfil all the requirements for the award of M.E. degree in a

period of four consecutive academic years from the year of his/her admission to the M.E

degree Programme shall forfeit his/her enrolment to the Programme.

11.3 Submission of dissertation work is subject to completion of course work of all the

semesters.

12.0 AWARD OF DIVISION

Division is awarded as follows:

12.1 Single attempt in every exam. &

Securing 70% or more in aggregate .. 1st class with Distinction.

12.2 Securing 60% or more in aggregate .. 1st class

12.3 Securing less than 60% and more than 40% in aggregate .. Second Class

13.0 GENERAL

13.1 The award of degree to a candidate shall be withheld if:-

13.1.1 He/she has not cleared dues to the institution / Hostel and/or

13.1.2 A case of disciplinary action is pending against him/her

13.2 The marks secured in sessional evaluation and University examinations shall be shown

separately in the marks sheet.

13.3 Whenever ambiguities arise in interpreting the regulations, the standing Committee of

Kakatiya University shall have the power to make rules or to issue clarifications for

removing such ambiguities.

13.4 The Academic Regulations should be read as a whole for purposes of any interpretation.

13.4.1 These academic regulations shall come into force from the year 2002-2003 for the batches

of students who will be admitted in 2002-2003 and subsequent academic years.

13.5 The Total duration for the course shall normally be 24 calendar months. No course shall

commence more than once in an academic year.

13.6 A candidate shall have to appear in overall comprehensive Viva-voce Examinations as

laid down in the schemes of Examination.

13.7 A candidate who has promoted to third semester examination of Master of Engineering

shall be required to register dissertation seminar and defend it through oral Examination.

13.8 A candidate who fails in the oral examination for dissertation shall have to defend it again

as per recommendation of the Departmental Research Review Committee.

13.9 For each theory examination there shall be one examiner, who can be from Kakatiya

University or any other institution. Theory papers set in such manner shall be subjected to

moderation as per the norms of the University.

13.10 An examination board will be set up for comprehensive Viva-voce for M.E. course as per

scheme of Examination. The Boards shall consist of the following.

(i) Five internal faculty including the Chairman of DRRC and

(ii) One external examiner.

The Chairman, DRRC and the external examiner will award marks.

13.11 For each dissertation examination there shall be a panel of examiners consisting of one

supervisor and one external examiner. 13.12 Every student has to under go Industrial Training for 8 weeks. However the students who are

from industry/organization are exempted from undergoing industrial Training.

CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT

The Course Structure and Scheme of Evaluation (Semester wise) for the Post - Graduate Program M.Tech.

(Structural and Construction Engineering).

SEMESTER - I

Course

Number Name of The Course

Periods per

Week

Internal

Examination

End Semester

Examination Total

L / T P / D Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

MECE 101 Numerical and Statistical

Methods 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 102 Limit Analysis of

Structures 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 103 Advanced Concrete

Technology 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 104 Advanced Analysis of

Structures 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 105 Construction Techniques

and Equipment 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 106 Elective – I* 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 107 Structural Engg. Lab 0 3 CW 50 Viva-Vice 50 100

MECE 108 Material Testing Lab 0 3 CW 50 Viva-Voce 50 100

MECE 109 Seminar - I 0 1 Presentation 100 - - 100

TOTAL 18 7 500 700 1200

* Elective - I

A. Rehabilitation of Structures

B. Total Quality Management

C. Experimental Stress Analysis

D. Management Information Systems

SEMESTER - II

Course

Number Name of The Course

Periods per

Week

Internal

Examination

End Semester

Examination Total

L / T P / D Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

MECE 201 Theory of Elasticity and

Plasticity 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 202 Design of Bridges 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 203 Seismic analysis and

Design of RC Structures 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 204 Construction Planning

and Management 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 205 Personal Management 3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 206 Elective – II**

3 0 2 50 3 100 150

MECE 207 CAD Laboratory 0 3 CW 50 Viva-Voce 50 100

MECE 208 Design Project 0 3 - 100 - - 100

MECE 209 Comprehensive Viva - - - 100 - - 100

TOTAL 18 6 550 650 1200

** Elective - II

A. Composite Construction Materials

B. Theory of Elastic Stability

C. Design of Special Structures

D. Legal Issues in Construction

E. Finance Management

SEMESTER – III

Industrial Training 08 Weeks Submission of Report

Dissertation 16 Weeks --

SEMESTER – IV

Dissertation 24 Weeks Excellent / Good / Satisfactory /

Not Satisfactory

ME CE 101 NUMERICAL & STATISTICAL METHODS

Lectures Tutorials Practicals Drawings

Mid Semester End semester

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Matrices and Linear System of Equations Basic definitions and notations in Matrix Theory. Solution of Linear Systems – Direct Methods: Gauss

– Jordon Elimination Method - Triangularization Method - Cholesky method - Partition Method,

Iteration Methods: Jacobi iteration method - Gauss – Siedel Iteration Method - Relaxation Method -

The Eigen value Problem; To determine the eigen values of a symmetric Tridiagonal matrix.

2. Numerical Solution of Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations

Introduction – Initial value problems, Picards method, successive approximations, Euler Method,

Runge-Kutta Methods. Predicator – corrector Methods; Adams – Moulton Method. Milne’s method,

Cubic spline method. Second-order linear partial differential equations: Finite – difference

approximations to Derivatives. Laplace equation. Parabolic equations, Hyperbolic equation.

3. Classification and Presentation of Data

Basic Concepts of Probability, Probability Axioms. Analysis and Treatment of Data, Population and

Samples, Measures of Central Tendency, Measures of Disperson, Measures of Symmetry, Measures of

Peakedness.

4. Probability Distributions

Discrete and Continuous Probability Distribution Functions, Binomial, Poisson, Normal, Lognormal,

Exponential, Gamma Distributions, Extreme Value Distributions, Transformations to Normal

Distributions, Selection of a Probability Distribution, Parameter Estimation – Method of Moments,

Method of Maximum Likelihood, Probability Weighted Moments and Least Square Method, Joint

Probability Distributions.

5. Regression Analysis

Simple Linear Regression, Evaluation of Regression, Confidence Intervals and Tests of Hypotheses,

Multiple Linear Regression, Correlation and Regressional Analysis.

Suggested Reading

1. S.S. Sastry - Introduction Methods of Numerical Analysis – Prentice Hall of India (1998).

2. M.K.Jain, S.R.K. Iyengar and R.K. Jain., - Numerical Methods for Scientific and Engineering

Computations –Wiley Eastern Limited (2001).

3. M.K. Jain - Numerical Analysis for Scientists and Engineers – SBW Publishers (1971).

4. Akai T.J. – Applied Numerical Methods for Engineers – John Wiley Inc., New York.

5. Hann C.T. – Statistical Methods in Hydrology – East West Press, New Delhi.

6. Charpa S.C and Canale R.P. – Numerical Methods for Engineers with Personal Computer

Applications – Mc.Graw Hill Publishing Co.,

7. Alfredo H.S., Wilson H.Tang – Probability Concepts in Engineering, Planning and Design,

Vol. I & II, Wiley International.

ME CE 102 LIMIT ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Introduction A brief review of limit state design philosophy – application to beams.

2. Behaviour of columns Rectangular and circular columns – Interaction diagrams – uniaxial bending – design for Bi-

axial bending.

3. Behaviour of RC structure in shear and torsion

Kani’s theory for shear – Skew bending, Theory for torsion – different modes of failure in

shear – design of beams in combined shear, bending and torsion as per IS code.

4. Limit state of serviceability

Calculation of total deflection – crack width.

5. Yield line theory of slabs

Analysis and design of slabs at limit state of failure.

6. Plastic Analysis of Steel Structures.

Plastic Analysis of Portal frames and gable frames – Design of Steel Roof Trusses using SP:6.

Suggested Reading

1. Park and Paulay,. Reinforced Concrete Design

2. Jain A. K., Reinforced Concrete Design., Nem Chand Bros. Roorkee.

3. Shah H. J., Reinforced Concrete Design., Charotar Publications, Anand.

4. Handbook on Steel: SP 6.

5. Neal.B.G.: Plastic Analysis of Steel Structures.

MECE 103 ADVANCED CONCRETE TECHNOLOGY

Lectures Tutorials Practicals Dra3wing

s


Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Constituents of Concrete

Types of Cement and their composition. Tests on various properties of aggregates.

2. Properties of fresh Concrete Mixing and batching. Workability, factors effecting workability, Measurements of

workability, Various tests and procedures. Segregation and bleeding,. Vibration of concrete.

Types of vibrators and their influence on composition. Analysis of fresh concrete.

3. Properties of Hardened Concrete Strength of concrete. Water Cement ratio. Gel space ratio. Effective water in the max. short

term and long term properties of concrete. Tests and procedure. Influence of various

parameters on strength of concrete. Relationship between various mechanical strengths of

concrete. Curing of concrete. Methods of curing. Maturity concept. Influence of

temperature on strength of concrete. Stress-Strain curves for concrete. Durability of concrete.

4. Admixtures used in concrete Classification of admixtures. Chemical and mineral admixtures. Influence of various

admixtures on properties of concrete. Application, concept of ready mixed concrete. Fly ash

concrete . Properties and proportion of Fly ash, Applications.

5. Special Concretes High strength concrete, Ferro Cement, Light weigh concrete, High density concrete.

Recycled aggregate concrete. Their specialties and applications, need for the Reinforced

Concrete (FRC) Mechanism of FRC. Types of fibres, fibre shotcrete.

Suggested Reading

1. Neville A.M., Properties of Concrete, English Language Book Society /Longman Pub., 1988.

2. Mehta P.K. and Paulo J.M.M. Concrete – Micro Structure - properties and Material.

ME CE 104 ADVANCED ANALYSIS OF STRUCTURES



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

Matrix Methods of Structural Analysis

1. Flexibility Method

Basics, Introduction, Review of matrix algebra, Force method, Basic concepts, Internal forces,

external loads and redundants, Relation between internal forces and deformation,

determination of redundant forces, various load conditions, relation between displacements

and deformation. Application of Flexibility method to pin jointed and rigid jointed plane

frames, continuous beams, stresses due to lack of fit, settlement etc.

2. Stiffness Method

Relation between internal forces and displacements, relation between internal forces and

internal loads, various load conditions, superposition of stiffness, transformation of stiffness

matrix, stresses due to lack of fit, use of sub-matrices, Generalized derivation of stiffness

matrix for flexure. Analysis of pin jointed plane frame, rigid jointed plane frames and

continuous beams by stiffness method.

Finite Element Method

3. Fundamental Concepts & Mathematical Modelling

Finite Element Method – Concept, Basic theory and application, Advantages and

disadvantages, requirement of a model, concept of element, various element shapes, shape

functions, Displacement models - Generalized co-ordinate form, Convergence and

compatibility requirements.

4. Analysis & Application Formation of element stiffness matrix in plane stress and plane strain constant strain triangle

(CST) elements, Rectangular, quadrilateral and Isoparametric elements. Condensation of

internal degrees of freedom. Formation of overall stiffness matrix, Boundary conditions and

Solution to overall problem. Applications to structural engineering problems.

Suggested Reading

1. Weaver & Gere, Matrix Analysis of Framed Structures, CBS Publishers & Distributors, Delhi.

2. Pandit & Gupta, Matrix Analysis of Structures, Tata McGraw-Hill, New Delhi.

3. Rajasekharan S., Finite Element Analysis in Engineering Design

4. Chandrakanth S. Desai & John F. Abel, Introduction to Finite Element Method, Van Nostrand

Reinhold Company, New York.

5. Belegundu & Chandrupatla R., Introduction to Finite Elements in Engineering, Prentice Hall

India Private Limited, New Delhi.

6. Bhavikatti S.S., Structural Analysis Vol. II, Vikas Publishing Company Limited, New Delhi.

7. Zeinkiwiez, O.C., Finite Element Method, Mc Graw Hill Co. Ltd. New York

8. Rao S.S., The Finite Element Method in Engineering, Pergamon Press, Oxford.

9. Krishnamurthy, C.S., Finite Element Analysis – Theory and Programming, Tata Mc Graw

Hill Co.,New Delhi

ME CE 105 CONSTRUCTION TECHNIQUES AND EQUIPMENT



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Pre-cast and Pre-fabricated Construction

Importance of and suitability pre-fabrication, Classification and scope. Advantages and

disadvantages of pre-fabrication. Design principles of pre-fabrication system.

2. Modular coordination:

Importance of modular coordination. IS recommendations for modular planning,

standardization, mass production and methods of transportation.

3. Construction equipment Need for mechanization in construction industry. Financing aspects of construction plants and

equipment. Factors effecting selection of construction equipment. Cost of owning and

operating the construction equipment, Equipment Management and maintenance characteristic

performance and application to building process for Excavating and demolishing equipment:

Shovels, scrapers, bull dozers.

4 Hoisting equipment-hoist winch, chains, and hooks, slings, various types of cranes- tower

crane, mobile crane and derrick crane. Safety in crane operation.

5 Conveying equipment- various types of belts and conveyors.

Concreting equipment: Concrete mixers, truck mixers, pneumatic Concrete placers, vibrators

and Scaffolding.

Suggested Reading

1. Peurify, R.L. (1996). Construction, Planning, equipment and methods McGrawHill Book

Company, Inc. NY.

2. Mahesh Varma. (1997) Construction Equipment, and its planning & Applications.”

Metropolitan Book Co. (P) Ltd., New Delhi, India.

3. U.K. Srivastava (1999). Construction Planning and Management. Galgotia Publications

Pvt., Ltd., New Delhi, India.

ME CE 106 (A) REHABILITATION OF STRUCTURES

(Elective –I)



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Aging of structures - performance of structures - need for rehabilitation.

2. Distress in Concrete / steel structures - damage - source - cause - effects - case studies.

3. Damage assessment and Evaluation models - Damage testing methods - NDT - Core samples.

4. Rehabilitation methods - grouting - detailing - imbalance of structural stability - case studies.

5. Methods of repairs - shotcreting - guniting - epoxy - cement mortar injection - crack ceiling.

6. Repair and maintenance of buildings - IS standards - Bridge repairs - Seismic strengthening.

Suggested Reading

1. RN Raikar, Diagnosis and treatment of Structures in distress

2. VK Raina, Bridge Rehabilitation

3. WH Ransom, Building Failures - Diagnosis and Avoidance

4. Kenneth and Carper, Forensic Engineering

ME CE 106 (B) TOTAL QUALITY MAMAGEMENT

(Elective –I)



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Quality Management in Construction Industry, New approach to Quality Management, and

Road to Quality Management.

2. Formal QA, Quality Assurance, ISO 9000, Clauses of ISO 9000, Third Party assessment for

construction works.

3. Leadership and Total Quality Management, Tools for Total Quality Management, Teamwork

for Total Quality Management, Stages in Team Development, and Role with in a Team.

4. Learning Organization, Lean Production and Management Applied to Construction Industry.

5. Quality Management in The Construction Industry, Research Objectives, Senior Management

and Total Quality Management, Cultural Change in Construction.

Suggested Reading

1. Steven McCabe. (1998), “Quality Improvement Techniques in Construction.” LONGMAN.

2. Kwakye, A.A. (1997), “Construction project Administration”, Adisson Wesley Longman,

London.

MECE 106(C) EXPERIMENTAL STRESS ANALYSIS

(Elective-I)

MECE 106(D) MANAGEMENT INFORMATION SYSTEMS

(Elective-I)

MECE 107 STRUCTURAL ENGINEERING LABORATORY



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

0 0 3 0 CW 50 Viva -

Voce 50

1. Study of the effect of water/cement ratio on workability and strength of concrete.

2. Study of effect of aggregate/cement ratio on strength of concrete.

3. Study of effect of fine aggregate/coarse aggregate ratio on strength.

4. Mix design methods: (a) I.S. Code method (b) ACI Code method.

5. A study of stress-strain curve of concrete for different mixes and for different rates of loading.

6. A study of correlation between cube strength, cylinder strength, split tensile strength and

modulus of rupture.

7. A study of stress-strain curve for Fe-4l5 and High-tensile steel

8. Study of effect of cyclic loading on steel.

9. A study of behaviour of under reinforced and over reinforced beams.

10. Demonstration experiments on Non-Destructive testing of concrete.

Suggested Reading

1. Neiveli, Concrete Technology, Tata McGrawHill Book Co. Ltd, New Delhi.

2. SP 23: Hand Book of Concrete Mix Design

3. IS 456:2000,

MECE 108 MATERIAL TESTING LABORATORY

ME CE 201 THEORY OF ELASTICITY AND PLASTICITY



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Introduction

State of stress at a point in three-dimensional elasticity - Principal stresses - Octahedral

stresses - Strain at a point - Equilibrium and compatibility conditions - Generalized Hooke's

law.

2. Plane Cartesian Elasticity

Plane stress - plane strain - Equations of equilibrium in two dimensions - Compatibility of

strain - Boundary conditions - Governing differential equation in Cartesian coordinates -

Airy's stress function - Two-dimensional problems in rectangular co-ordinates - Method of

solution by polynomials.

3. Plane Problems in Polar Co – ordinates

Solution of two dimensional problem in polar coordinates - Stress distribution in radially

symmetric problems - Effect of circular holes - Concentrated force acting on a beam - Stress

on a circular disc.

4. Torsion of Non - circular shafts

Saint Venant's method - stress Function Method of solution - Boundary conditions for torsion

problems - Membrane Analogy.

5. Theory of Plasticity

Yielding and various yield criteria – yield surface – Heigh Wester gard stress space

subsequent yield surface – loading and unloading – Plastic stress – strain relations – Prandit’s

Equations – Relation based on Tresca criteria

Suggested Reading

1. Timoshenko & Goodier, Theory of Elasticity, McGraw Hill Book Co. Ltd., NewYork

2. Kamal kumar and R.C. Ghai, Advanced Mechanics of Materials

3. Dr. Sadhu Singh, Theory of Plasticity, Khanna Publishers, New Delhi.

MECE 202 DESIGN OF BRIDGES



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Introduction

Types of bridges, materials for construction, codes of practice (Railway and Highway

bridges), aesthetics, loading standards (IRC, RDSO, AASHTO), recent developments, box

girder bridges, historical bridges (in India and Overseas). Planning and layout of bridges,

hydraulic design, geological and geo technical considerations, Design aids, computer software

and expert systems.

2. Concrete Bridges

Bridge deck and approach slabs, design of bridge deck systems, slab – beam systems (Guyon

and Massonet, Hendry and Jaeger methods), box girder systems, analysis and design.

3. Steel and Composite Bridges

Orthotropic decks, box girders, composite steel – concrete bridges, analysis and design, truss

bridges.

4. Design of Sub - Structure

Piers, columns and towers, analysis and design, shallow and deep foundations, caissons,

abutments and retaining wall.

Bridge Appurtenances: Expansion joints, design of joints, types and functions of bearings,

design of elastomer bearings, railings, drainage system and lighting.

5. Long span Bridges

Design principles of continuous box girders, curved and skew bridges, cable stayed and

suspension bridges, seismic resistant design, seismic isolation and damping devices,

construction techniques (cast in-situ, pre-fabricated, incremental launching, free cantilever

construction), inspection, maintenance and rehabilitation, current design and construction

practices.

Suggested Reading

1. Victor D.J., Essentials of Bridge Engineering, Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd., New

Delhi.

2. Krishnaraju N., Design of Bridges, Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi.

3. Raina V.K., Concrete Bridge Practice, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Co. Ltd. New Delhi.

4. Swamisaran, Analysis and Design of Sub Structures, Oxford & IBH Publishing Co. Pvt. Ltd.,

New Delhi.

5. Ponnuswamy S., Bridge Engineering, Tata McGraw Hill Publishing Co. Ltd. New Delhi.

6. Wai-Fah Chen Lian Duan, Bridge Engineering Handbook, CRC Press, USA.

MECE 203 SEISMIC ANALYSIS AND DESIGN OF STRUCTURES



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Structural Dynamics Introduction; Single and Multi degrees of freedom, Damped and Undamped Systems, Free

and Forced Vibrations, Natural Time Period and Frequency, Dynamic Load Factor, Response

to a pulsating force, Characteristic shapes, Modal Analysis of Multidegree systems.

2. Structures with Distributed Mass and Load

Introduction; Single span beams – Normal modes of Vibration, Forced Vibrations of beams,

Beams with variable cross section and Mass.

3. Earthquake Engineering Earthquake – Causes, Types, Intensity and Magnitude, Seismic waves – Measuring

Instruments, Ground motions. Indian Seismicity and Past Earthquakes, Seismic zones of India.

4. Earthquake Resistant Design

Introduction; IS Code Specifications - Permissible increase in stresses, Load Factors, Design

seismic coefficients, Horizontal Seismic Coefficient – Seismic Coefficient Method, Seismic

Zone Factors.

5. Earthquake Resistant Design of Common Structures Multistoreyed building frames, water tanks – IS code method.

Suggested Reading

1. Mario Paz, Introduction to Structural Dynamics: Theory and Computations, 3rd

edition, Van

Nostrand Reinhold.

2. Krishna, Chandrashekaran and Chandra, Elements of Earthquake Engineering, 1994, 2nd

edition, South Asian Publishers, New Delhi.

3. Wakabayashi, M. (1986), Design of Earthquake Resistant Buildings, McGraw Hill Book

Company Limited, New York

4. Clough and Penzien, Dynamics of Structures, 2nd

edition, McGraw Hill Book Company

Limited, New York

5. Agarwal, Engineering Seismology, Oxford & IBH Publishing Company Pvt. Ltd, 1991.

6. IS: 1893 - 1984: Indian Standard Criteria for Earthquake Resistant Design of Structures,

Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi.

7. IS: 4326 - 1993: Indian Standard Code of Practice for Earthquake Resistant Design and

Construction of Buildings, Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi.

8. IS: 13920 - 1993: Indian Standard Code of Practice for Ductile Detailing of Reinforced

Concrete Structures Subjected to Seismic Forces, Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi.

9. IS: 3370: Code for water tanks (Parts I, II, III & IV), Bureau of Indian Standards, New Delhi.

10. IS: 875: Code of Practice for Design loads (Parts I, II, III, IV & V), Bureau of Indian

Standards, New Delhi.

MECE 204 CONSTRUCTION PLANNING AND MANAGEMENT



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Introduction

Historical background. Planning for construction projects, steps involved in planning

objectives and principles of planning. Advantages, limitations and stages of planning. Bar

charts and its limitations. Milestone charts. Work break down. Events and activities.

2. Networks

Rules for networks . Numbering the events. PERT and CPM. Project duration. Calculation of

floats. Time estimates. Calculation of slacks and probable completion time.

3. Applications in Construction Engineering

Cost Analysis and control: Direct cost, Indirect cost. Optimization of cost. Exercises in civil

engineering projects. Cost control in construction project. Resource analysis- smoothening

and leveling in various construction projects.

4. Construction management

Introduction. Significance of construction management. Objectives and functions of

construction management. Resources for construction industry. Construction team Major

problems in construction industry. Functions and responsibilities of construction manager.

Case studies. Future of construction management.

5. Decision making in construction industry Benefit cost analysis, replacement analysis, Break even analysis, Risk management in

construction industry.

6. Management information and control systems Management Information and Control Systems, Communication, System Concepts, Need for

Management Information, Design of Management Information Systems, Computer

Processing, Value of Information, Management Information Systems in Construction

Industry.

Suggested Reading

1. Moder, J.J., Phillips, C.R., and Davis, E.W., Project Management with CPM and PERT and

precedence diagramming, C.B.S. Publishers & Distributors, New Delhi, 1986.

2. Pilcher, R., Project Cost Control in Construction Collins, London, 1992.

3. Brien. J.J., CPM in Construction Management, McGraw Hill Book Company Inc., NY, 1971.

4. S.Seetharaman, Construction Engineering and Management, Umesh Publications, New Delhi,

1997.

MECE 205 PERSONAL MANAGEMENT

ME CE 206(A) COMPOSITE CONSTRUCTION MATERIALS

(Elective–II)



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Introduction

Classification and characteristics of composite materials – basic terminology – advantages.

2. Stress-strain relations Orthotropic and anisotropic materials – engineering constants for orthotropic materials –

restrictions on elastic constants – plane stress problem – biaxial strength – theories for an

orthotropic lamina.

3. Cement composites Types of cement composites – terminology – constituent materials and their properties –

construction techniques for fibre reinforced concrete, Ferrocement, SIFCON, Polymer

concretes – preparation of reinforcement – casting and curing.

4. Mechanical properties of cement composites Behaviour of ferrocement, fiber reinforced concrete in tension, compression, flexure, shear,

fatigue and impact, durability and corrosion.

5. Application of cement composites

FRC and Ferrocement – housing – Water storage – Boats and miscellaneous structures.

Suggested Reading

1. Robert Jones, Mechanics of composite,

2. R.P., Pama, Ferrocement – Theory and Applications, International Ferrocement Information

Centre, Bangkok.

3. Balaguruswamy, Fibre Reinforced Concrete

4. R.N. Swamy, New Engineering Materials

MECE 206(B) THEORY OF ELASTIC STABILITY

(Elective–II)



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Concepts Of Stability

Equilibrium path, geometric non linearity, stability criteria

2. Buckling Of Columns Methods of finding critical loads, critical loads for straight columns with different end

conditions and loading. Inelastic buckling of axial loaded columns, energy methods, prismatic

and non prismatic columns under discrete and distributed loading

3. Buckling Of Thin Walled Members Of Open cross-section Torsion of thin walled bars, warping non-uniform torsion, torsional buckling under axial

loading

4. Lateral Buckling Of Beams Beams under pure bending, cantilever and simply supported beams of rectangular and I-

sections – energy methods – solutions of simple problems

5. Buckling Of Rectangular Plates Plates simply supported on all edges and subjected to constant compression in or two

directions.

6. Buckling Of Shells Introduction to buckling of axially compressed cylindrical shells.

Suggested Reading

1. Timoshenko & Gere Theory of Elastic Stability , McGraw Hill Book Co. Ltd. New York

2. Bleich. F, buckling of metal structures McGraw Hill Book Co. Ltd. New York.

3. Alexander Chajes Principles of Structural Stability Theory, Prentice Hall India Ltd.

4. Iyengar, N.G.R. Structural Stability of Columns and Plates –Affiliated East – West pvt ltd.

5. Chilver, A.H. Thin walled structures –Chatte and Windus Ltd.

6. Coxhl, H.L The buckling of plates and Shells, Pergaman press.

MECE 206(C) DESIGN OF SPECIAL STRUCTURES



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Shells Classification of shell structures – Lames Parameters – Gauss – Godazzi relations – Loves

first approximation – Design of singly curved shells – Domes.

2. Folded Plates Structural behaviour of folded plates – equation of three shears – application of Simpson’s and

Whitney’s methods – comparison of cylindrical shells with folded plates.

3. Grid Slabs I.S. code provisions – analysis and design of grid slabs.

4. Industrial structures Analysis and design portal – Gable frames – Design of Gantry Girder.

5. Design of Self Supported Steel Chimney.

6. Design of Flat slabs

Introduction – components – IS code recommendations – design methods – design for flexure

and shear – moments in columns.

Suggested Reading

1. Ramaswamy G. S., Design and Construction of concrete shell roofs.

2. Hendry & Jaeger., The analysis of Grid Frames and related structures.

3. Krishna Raju N., Design of Reinforced concrete Structures

4. Arya & Azmani., Design of Steel Structures

5. Reynolds Handbook.

6. Flugay Handbook.

MECE 206(D) LEGAL ISSUES IN CONSTRUCTION MA NAGEMENT

(Elective–II)



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

3 0 0 0 2 50 3 100

1. Legal Issues to Project Design and Construction

Rights and Duties of Construction Manager as Planner, Decision Maker and Leader, Legal

Liability.

2. Contract Administration

Legal Issues Relating to Risk Management in Construction Management, Clauses Of

Insurance Relevant To Construction Industry, Code Of Conduct.

3. Professional Liability Considerations

Contract Relationship and Liability, Sources of Potential Liability in Construction Industry.

4. Construction Productivity Productivity Factors, Productivity Measurement in the Construction Industry, Job Productivity

Adjustment Factors, Potential Benefits To Project Owner, Delays in Production and Legal

Liability.

5. Preparing Bidding Documents Bidding and Award, Construction Management Process During The Bidding And Award

Phase, Basic Concepts and Definitions Of Management Methods, Typical Management

Methods, Recommended Guidelines For Developing A Workable Management Method.

Suggested Reading

1. Tenah, K.A., The Construction Management Process, Reston Publishing Company, Inc.

Virginia

2. Adrian, J.J., Construction Productivity Improvement, Elsevier, New York.

3. Rajan, G.A.N., Law of Engineering Contracts (Construction Disputes and Remedies), Jain

Book Agencies, New Delhi.

4. Roy, P.K., Hand book of Construction Management, McMillan Publishers, New Delhi.

5. MECE 206(E) FINANCE MANAGEMENT

(Elective–II)

ME CE 207 CAD LABORATORY



Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

Time

(Hrs.)

Max.

Marks

0 0 3 0 CW 50 Viva -

Voce 50

1. Introduction

Computer Systems, Computer specifications, peripherals, computer language and

developments, concepts of programming, flow charts and algorithms.

2. C – Language C-Character set, Identifiers and Key words, Data types constants, variables, arrays,

declarations, expressions, statement and symbolic constants. Data input and output, arithmetic,

unary and relational operators, expressions, assignment and conditional operators, library

functions and control statements.

3. Civil Engineering Applications Preparing and running complete programs in C for civil engineering problems such as analysis

of beams, trusses and determinate frames, design of pipes, pavements and footings, slope

stability analysis

4. Computer Aided Design and Drafting Introduction to AutoCAD. Simple exercises like line diagrams, reinforcement detailing using

AutoCAD. Developments of plan using Chief Architect. Analysis and Design of concrete and

Steel elements using STRAP/STAD-PRO. Exercises on construction engineering and

management problems using PRIMA VERA

Suggested Reading

1. C.S. Krishnamoorthy & S.Rajeev, Computer Aided Design, Narosa Publications.

2. Boyd C. Panbou, Computer applications in Construction, Tata Mc Graw-Hill Book Co. Ltd.

M.TECH. TIME TABLE

III SEMESTER - M. Tech. (Structural & Construction Engineering) CLASS WORK TIME TABLE FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2005– 2006

Room No. SH 115 Class In charge: Sri S.G. Narayana Reddy With effect from: 08 – 08–2005

Time/Day 09:40 –

10:30

10:30 –

11:20

11:20 –

12:10

12:10 –

01:00

2:00 –

2:50

2:50 –

3:40

03:40 –

04:30

Monday CABD / CONC LAB DUTY * CEA ELE-II

(NRDM)

SDRCS

(MVR)

CPM

(VRKNR)

Tuesday DISSERTATION SEMINAR SDRCS (MVR)

CPM (VRKNR)

CPM (VRKNR)

----

Wednesday --- CABD / SOIL LAB DUTY * CPM

(VRKNR) SDRCS (MVR)

ELE-II (NRDM)

Thursday --- CASD LAB DUTY * ELE-II

(NRDM) DSS

(AHD) DSS

(AHD)

Friday DESIGN PROJECT SDRCS (MVR)

CPM (VRKNR)

DSS (AHD)

DSS (AHD)

Saturday --- --- ---- ---

DSS : Design of Special Structures : Sri A. Hari Devender (AHD)s

SDRCS : Seismic Analysis & Design of RC Structures : Sri M.Veera Reddy (MVR) CPM : Construction Planning & Management : Sri V.R.K. Narasimha Raju (VRKNR) ELE-II : Elective-II : Sri N.R.Dakshina Murthy (NRDM)

Design Proj : Design Project : Diss.Seminar : Dissertation Seminar :Sri. S.G.Narayana Reddy

* Lab Duties for GATE Candidates only

In Charge Head PRINCIPAL

Time Table Department of Civil Engineering

I SEMESTER - M. Tech. (Structural & Construction Engineering) CLASS WORK TIME TABLE FOR THE ACADEMIC YEAR 2005– 2006

Room No. BI-106 Class In charge: Sri S.G. Narayana Reddy With effect from: 08 – 08–2005

Time/Day 09:40 –

10:30

10:30 –

11:20

11:20 –

12:10

12:10 –

01:00

2:00 –

2:50

2:50 –

3:40

03:40 –

04:30

Monday ---- NSM

(VNC) LAS (A1)

CEA DCS (LSR)

--- ---

Tuesday DCS (LSR)

DCS (LSR)

GIT (SGNR)

GIT (SGNR)

M.T. LAB DUTY *

Wednesday TEP

(DHK)

TEP

(DHK)

NSM

(VNC)

NSM

(VNC)

GIT

(SGNR) --- ---

Thursday LAS (A1)

LAS (A1)

DCS (LSR)

GIT (SGNR)

CONCRETE LAB (A1)

Friday LAS (A1)

NSM (VNC)

TEP (DHK)

TEP (DHK)

--- --- ---

Saturday --- --- ---- ---

NSM : Numerical & Statistical Methods : Dr. V. Narasimha Charyulu (VNC) TEP : Theory of Elasticity & Plasticity : Sri D. Hari Krishna (DHK)

LAS : Limit Analysis of Structures : Sri A1 DCS : Design of Composite Structures : Sri L . Sudheer Reddy (LSR)

GIT : Ground Improvement Techniques : Sri S.G.Narayana Reddy (SGNR) CONC. LAB : Concrete Lab : Sri. A1 SEMINAR-I : Dissertation Seminar

* Lab Duties for GATE Candidates only

In Charge Head PRINCIPAL

Time Table Department of Civil Engineering